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PIB Headquarters
Appointment of Direct Agent for PLI
It is proposed to conduct ‘Walk-in-Interview” for empanelment/engaging Direct Agents for sale of Postal Life Insurance / Rural Postal Life Insurance products. Interested candidates fulfilling the conditions below may attend ‘Walk-in-Interview” to be held in the O/o Senior Superintendent of Pos. Chennai City Central Division , T.Nagar, Chennai 600 017) at 11.00 hours on 04.03.2020 .
Elegibility Conditions
- Qualification : 12th pass.
- Age: 18 to 60 years
- Categories: Unemployed / self employed educated youth, Ex life advisors/Ex agents of any insurance company, Ex-servicemen, Aangan wadi workers, Mahila Mandal Workers, Retired teachers, Self Help Groups functionaries, etc or any intending person fulfilling above conditions.
- Desirable: 1. Experience in selling Insurance Products, knowledge of computers/knowledge of local area. 2. Resident of Chennai.
- Documents: Eligible candidate should bring Original and Xerox copy of age proof , address proof and educational qualification proof with one passport size photo.
- Candidates doing life insurance business in other insurance companies are not eligible to attend the interview, according to a press release issued by Shri.
M. Sriraman, Senior Superintendent of Pos, Chennai City Central Division, Chennai 600 017.
UPSC
Final Result of Combined Defence Services Examination , 2020
The following are the lists, in order of merit of 129  candidates who have qualified on the basis of the results of the Combined Defence Services Examination , 2020 conducted by the Union Public Service Commission in November, 2020 and SSB interviews held by the Services Selection Board of the Ministry of Defence for admission to the 151  Course of Indian Military Academy, Dehradun; Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala and Air Force Academy, Hyderabad  Training Course i.e. No. 210F Course.There are some common candidates in the three lists for various courses.
The number of vacancies, as intimated by the Government is 100 for Indian Military Academy [including 13 vacancies reserved for NCC ‘C’ certificates  holders], 26 for Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, Kerala Executive/Hydro[including 06 vacancies reserved for NCC ‘C’ Certificate holders ] and 32 for Air Force Academy, Hyderabad [03 vacancies are reserved for NCC ’C’ Certificate  holders through NCC Spl. Entry].
The Commission had recommended 2702, 1246 and 0607 as qualified in the written test for admission to the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy and Air Force Academy, respectively. The number of candidates finally qualified is those after SSB test conducted by Army Head Quarters. The results of Medical examination have not been taken into account in preparing these lists.
Verification of date of birth and educational qualifications of these candidates is still under process by the Army Headquarters. The candidature of all these candidates is, therefore, Provisional on this score. Candidates are requested to forward their certificates, in original, in support of Date of Birth/Educational qualification etc. claimed by them, along with Photostat attested copies thereof to Army Headquarters /Naval Headquarters /Air Headquarters, as per their first choice.In case, there is any change of address, the candidates are advised to promptly intimate directly to the Army Headquarters /Naval Headquarters /Air Headquarters.
These results will also be available on the UPSC website at http://www.upsc.gov.in. However, marks of the candidates will be available on the website after declaration of final result of Officers’ Training Academy  for Combined Defence Services Examination , 2020.
For any further information, the candidates may contact Facilitation Counter near Gate ‘C’ of the Commission’s Office, either in person or on telephone Nos.011-23385271/011-23381125/011-23098543 between 10:00 hours and 17:00 hours on any working day.
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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan & Shri Anurag Thakur to address the Yuva Samvad “India@2047” tomorrow
Union Minister of Education and Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Shri Dharmendra Pradhan and Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Shri Anurag Thakur will address the Yuva Samvad “India@2047” on 12th August being organised in Akashwani Rang Bhawan, New Delhi. Minister of State Shri Nisith Pramanik will also grace the event. Around 400 youth including National Youth Awardees and Youth delegates, who have been sent by Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports to various countries to represent India as a part of International Youth delegations, will participate in the event.
Under the inspiration and guidance of Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, India is celebrating Azadi Ka Amarit Mohotsav @ 75th year of Independence and the glorious history of her people and achievements. The iconic week as a part of AKAM, allotted to Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is 8 -14 August, 2022.
This event will provide an opportunity to the participating youth to express their views on various issues of National and International importance. Moreover, the event will provide them a platform to connect with each other and share their thoughts. Motivational speakers/youth icons will also grace the ceremony of the “Yuva Samvad” and share with the Youth their vision for a resurgent India, which will also greatly boost morale of youth and inspire them to vigorously join the task of volunteering their services for Nation-Building.
Ministry of Defence
MoD implements web-based integrated system for sanction & disbursement of defence pension
Ministry of Defence has implemented SPARSH [System for Pension Administration ], an integrated system for automation of sanction and disbursement of defence pension. This web-based system processes pension claims and credits pension directly into the bank accounts of defence pensioners without relying on any external intermediary. A Pensioner Portal is available for pensioners to view their pension related information, access services and register complaints for redressal of grievances, if any, relating to their pension matters.
SPARSH envisages establishment of Service Centres to provide last mile connectivity to pensioners who may be unable to directly access the SPARSH portal for any reason. In addition to several offices of the Defence Accounts Department, which are already functioning as Service Centres for pensioners, the two largest banks dealing with defence pensioners – State Bank of India  and Punjab National Bank  – have been co-opted as Service Centres.
An agreement to this effect was signed between Officiating Controller General of Defence Accounts  Shri Rajnish Kumar and officials of SBI & PNB, in the presence of Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar and Financial Advisor  Shri Sanjiv Mittal in New Delhi on July 08, 2021. Under the agreement, the pensioners can approach various branches of these two banks for obtaining any service relating to their pension issues.
Appreciating the efforts of all those involved in this process, the Defence Secretary said implementation of SPARSH fulfilled a long pending requirement. He added that the decision will prove to be a boon for defence pensioners and thanked the officials of SBI & PNB. He urged them to facilitate the migration of manual data and complete the process at the earliest.
ABB/Nampi/KA/DK/Savvy
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Prime Minister's Office
Lt. Governor of Ladakh, Brig. B.D. Mishra  calls on the Prime Minister
The Lt. Governor of Ladakh, Brig. B.D. Mishra  called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi today.
The Prime Minister Office tweeted;
"Lt. Governor of Ladakh, Brig. B.D. Mishra  called on PM @narendramodi."
Ministry of Defence
Vertical Launch Short Range Surface to Air Missile successfully flight-tested by DRDO & Indian Navy off Odisha coast
Vertical Launch Short Range Surface to Air Missile  was successfully flight-tested by Defence Research & Development Organisation  and the Indian Navy from an Indian Naval Ship at Integrated Test Range , Chandipur off the coast of Odisha on June 24, 2022. The VL-SRSAM, a ship borne weapon system, is meant for neutralising various aerial threats at close ranges including sea-skimming targets.
The launch of the system was conducted against a high speed aerial target mimicking aircraft, which was successfully engaged. The flight path of the vehicle along with health parameters were monitored using a number of tracking instruments deployed by ITR, Chandipur. The test launch was monitored by senior officials from DRDO & the Indian Navy.
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has congratulated DRDO, Indian Navy and the industry for the successful flight-test and stated that the system has added an armour that will further enhance defence capability of Indian Naval ships against aerial threats.
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar appreciated the Indian Navy & DRDO for the successful flight test of the VL-SRSAM and said that the development of this indigenous missile system will further strengthen the defensive capabilities of the Indian Navy.
Secretary, Department of Defence R&D & Chairman DRDO Dr G Satheesh Reddy complimented the teams involved in the successful flight test. He said, the test has proved the integration of indigenous weapon system onboard Indian Naval Ships. He added that it will prove to be a force multiplier for the Indian Navy and is another milestone towards Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
40 Indian Origin youth from 8 countries call on Dr Jitendra Singh under the 53rd Edition of “Know India Programme”
A group of Indian Origin youth from 8 countries called on the Union Minister of State  of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh under the 53rd Edition of “Know India Programme”, here today. The 53rd edition of Know India Programme for Young Indian Diaspora involves 40 participants  from Fiji, Guyana, Mauritius, Portugal, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Suriname and Trinidad & Tobago. The partner states of this edition are Maharashtra and Daman & Diu.
The Know India Programme is organised by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India with the objective of familiarizing the India Diaspora Youth, in the age group of 18-30 years, with developments and achievements made by the country and bringing them closer to the land of their ancestors. The programme provides a unique forum for students and young professionals of India origin to visit India, share their views, expectations and experiences and to bond closely with the contemporary India.
Dr Jitendra Singh interacted with the youth and discussed with them experiences of their visit to India. He said that this programme provides an opportunity to these youth to learn about and know their roots and share experiences. He spoke about the role of ‘people to people’ connect in improving the relations between the countries. He said that the world has now shrunk due to improved connectivity that has reduced the physical barriers. The new modes of communication have resulted into direct connect with people across national boundaries.
The participants said that KIP helps them understand the Indian traditions, heritage and their family connections. They also recalled the visits paid by their families to India in the past. The youth also shared the influences which they have from India e.g. IT industry, Bollywood, Indian cuisine and sports etc. The Minister also discussed with them other aspects including their educational and professional background, the states to which their ancestors belong etc.
Speaking about the progress made by India during the last five years, Dr Jitendra Singh said that India has been projected globally by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. He added that India is not less than any other country in the field of space technology. He also mentioned about Government programmes such as Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan, International Yoga Day, and others. The Minister also spoke about the progress made in the North Eastern Region of India, during the interaction.
The participants who are on a visit to India from 23rd January to 16th February, have visited Maharashtra, Daman & Diu and Agra. Now they are in Delhi where they will visit historical monuments and cultural places.
Ministry of Defence
Commissioning of Indian Coast Guard Vessel C-441
A new Coast Guard vessel is commissioned by Chief Secretary, Government of Kerala Sri Tom Jose at Vizhinjam harbour, today, under the aegis of Regional Commander Western Region, Inspector General Vijay D. Chafekar. The function was witnessed by senior officers from Army, Navy, Air Force, BSF, Police, Airport Authority, Central & State Authorities and National Cadet Corps.
The function was conducted with full ceremony of parading the guard and band. Indian Coast Guard Ship C-441 is capable to undertake multifarious tasks such as close coast surveillance, interdiction, search and rescue and rendering assistance to boats and crafts in distress at sea and will enhance the search and rescue capacity of Kerala seas. The ship is commanded by Assistant Commandant Amit K Choudhary and has 13 crew onboard with specialisation in various fields.
AA/Rajib
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PIB Headquarters
PIB’S BULLETIN ON COVID-19
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- India reports 28,204 new cases in last 24 hours; lowest in 147 days
- India's Active caseload currently 3,88,508; lowest in 139 days
- Active cases constitute 1.21% of total cases; lowest since Mar 2020
- Highest ever Recovery Rate achieved; currently at 97.45%
- 3,11,80,968 total recoveries across the country so far
- 41,511 patients recovered during last 24 hours
- 51.45 Cr. vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
- Weekly Positivity Rate remainsbelow 5%, currently at 2.36%
- Daily positivity rate at 1.87%; less than 3% for last 15 days
- Testing capacity substantially ramped up – 48.32 crore tests conducted
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PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU
MINISTRY OF INFORMATION & BROADCASTING
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
COVID-19 Vaccination Update
More than 52.56 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 2.07 Crore balance and unutilized doses still available with States/UTs and private hospitals to be administered
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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More than 52.56 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far, through all sources and a further 48,43,100 doses are in the pipeline.
Of this, the total consumption including wastages is 51,09,58,562 doses .
More than 2.07 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs and private hospitals to be administered.
Details: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1744293
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Special Service and Features
Tender coconut leaves , a unique product exported from Kerala for the churches in Europe & UK
Kochi , April 11, 2022
Tender leaves of coconut traditionally called “kuruthola”, a unique product for special occasion of Palm Sunday has been airlifted to UK & Europe from Kochi on 6th April 2022. Palm Sunday falls on the Sunday before Easter. 263 kgs of the product have been exported to Europe & U K. These fresh tender coconut palm leaves are being sent through courier to 40 locations in different countries & churches in EU & UK.
Agriculture & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority , Ministry of Commerce & Industry has facilitated export of this unique product through its registered exporter, M/s. Geekey International, Thrissur Kerala.
This in fact is a traditional product that is an example of 'making the local reach the global'. It is expected to augmenting prestige of Indian products in global market.
After they receive a good response they plan to send it in large quantities in future to EU, UK & other parts of the world on the special occasion of Palm Sunday..
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Cabinet
Cabinet approves Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Indian Council of Medical Research, India and the Oxford University, UK
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was apprised of a Memorandum of Understanding  signed between the Indian Council of Medical Research  and the Oxford University, the UK in November 2021 and in accordance with Rule 7 of the Second Schedule of the Government of India  rules 1961.
Objectives of the MoU:
The Objectives under the MoU are Capacity building for Indian scientists and researchers, Collection of data compliant with international standards and regulatory requirements, Development of India towards becoming a regional hub for capacity development using its own funds and following the principles of equity and sovereignty, jointly raise and pool funds with time-bound hosting of IDDO secretariat towards achieving the outcomes at ICMR, and building partnership in and beyond data and skill-sharing with equity and transparency.
Both the parties have agreed to exchange and share ideas on three vector-borne diseases in the elimination phase  & emerging infections, Support and develop best practices for data management, data documentation, data sharing and the development of equitable governance frameworks, explore opportunities for collaboration on research programs and to develop a three-year work plan on capacity strengthening, exchange of research fellows, training on data management and statistical analysis.
Financial Implications:
The Parties shall each bear their own costs in relation to the collaboration envisaged by this MOU. If the Parties subsequently secure funding for an element of the activities envisaged by this MOU, and part of that funding is intended to be passed to the other Party, an Additional Agreement will be executed to govern the activity in question.
Ministry of Heavy Industries
50 Electric Buses launched in Delhi with support under FAME India Phase II scheme of the Ministry of Heavy Industries
Dr. Mahendra Nath Pandey, Minister of Heavy Industries said that under the FAME II Scheme of the Ministry of Heavy Industries , Cities/STUs/State Governments placed supply orders for 3,538 Electric Buses. Out of those 3,538 Electric Buses, a total of 1,716 electric Buses have been deployed as on 2nd January 2023.
He further stated that for the Union Territory of Delhi 400 Electric Buses; 300 Electric Buses to Delhi Transport Corporation  for intra city operations and 100 Electric Buses to Delhi Metro Rail Corporation  for last Mile connectivity were sanctioned in the Month of August 2019.
The supply orders were to be placed by 15th January 2020. DMRC issued supply order in December 2019 to the successful Bidders whereas Delhi Transport Corporation  could only issue supply order in March 2021. To facilitate DTC, MHI extended last date of supply order by DTC 31st March 2021, as a special case for providing pollution free world class transit system to Delhi.
A total of 250 buses have already been deployed by DTC and now the remaining 50 buses have been launched, fulfilling commitment of MHI to provide 300 electric buses to DTC. The Central Government will be giving incentive of Rs. 165 Crore to DTC for these 300 Electric Buses.
Special Service and Features
Awareness camp in Dharmapuri to sensitize the various schemes of Central Government
Field Outreach Bureau, Dharmapuri under Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting organised an awareness camp on July 28 to sensitize the various schemes of Government of India in Pannikulam village of Dharmapuri district.
The camp was inaugurated by Ms. Bhuvaneswari, Director, Indian Bank Self Employment Training Institute. During her address, Ms. Bhuvaneswari said the institute offers training across various disciplines for those who have completed class 8 and above. She urged the gathering to make use of the Central Government schemes that provide loan for the trainees to start a business on their own.
The special invitees created awareness on various topics ranging from Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana, COVID precaution, Digital India to Skill India , Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav and ‘Ek Bharat, Sreshta Bharat.’
A photo exhibition was also organised as a part of the camp. Prizes were distributed to the winners of oratorical and kolam designing competitions.
Shri Bibin S. Nath, Field Publicity Officer, Field Outreach Bureau, Dharmapuri and Assistant Shri Thiyagarajan delivered the welcome address and vote of thanks respectively.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM chairs high level meeting to review preparedness on Cyclone ‘Biparjoy’
PM briefed about efforts undertaken to mitigate impact of cyclone
Take every possible measure to ensure that people living in vulnerable locations are safely evacuated : PM
Ensure maintenance of all essential services with preparedness for their immediate restoration in the event of damages : PM
PM asked officials to also ensure safety of animals
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting today to review the preparedness of Ministries/Agencies of Centre as well as Gujarat to deal with the situation arising out of the impending Cyclone ‘Biparjoy’.
Prime Minister directed senior officers to take every possible measure to ensure that people living in vulnerable locations are safely evacuated by the State Government and to ensure maintenance of all essential services such as Power, Telecommunications, health, drinking water etc. and are restored immediately in the event of damages caused to them. He also directed that the safety of animals should also be ensured. He further directed for 247 functioning of control rooms.
During the meeting, India Meteorological Department  informed that Cyclone ‘Biparjoy’ is expected to cross Saurashtra & Kutch between Mandvi  and Karachi  near Jakhau Port  by noon of 15th June as a very severe cyclonic storm with maximum sustained wind speed of 125-135 kmph gusting to 145 kmph. It is likely to cause heavy rainfall in the coastal districts of Gujarat, including extremely heavy falls in Kutch, Devbhumi Dwarka & Jamnagar and heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places over Porbandar, Rajkot, Morbi & Junagarh districts of Gujarat on 14-15 June. IMD informed that it has been issuing regular bulletins since the onset of the cyclonic system on 6th June with the latest forecast to all the States and agencies concerned.
It was also informed that the Ministry of Home Affairs  is reviewing the situation 247 and is in touch with the State Government and the Central Agencies concerned. NDRF has pre-positioned 12 teams, which are equipped with boats, tree-cutters, telecom equipment etc. and has kept 15 teams on standby.
Indian Coast Guard and the Navy have deployed ships and helicopters for relief, search and rescue operations. Air Force and Engineer task force units of the Army, with boats and rescue equipment, are on standby for deployment. Surveillance aircraft and helicopters are carrying out serial surveillance along the coast. Disaster Relief teams  and Medical Teams  of Army, Navy and Coast Guard are on standby.
PM was also briefed about measures taken by Government of Gujarat to deal with the cyclone. Review meetings with the district administration have been held at the level of Chief Minister and the entire state administration machinery is geared up to meet any exigency situation. Also, Cabinet Secretary and Home Secretary are in continuous touch with the Chief Secretary of Gujarat and Central Ministries/ Agencies concerned.
The meeting was attended by the Home Minister, Principal Secretary to PM, Cabinet Secretary and other senior officers.